Description |
xxxviii, 209 pages ; 24 cm |
Contents |
The aims of equality law -- Protected characteristics -- Prohibited conduct -- Work and equal pay -- Services, premises, education, associations, and other unlawful acts -- Advancement of equality -- Enforcement -- An appraisal |
Summary |
Hepple (emeritus, law, U. of Cambridge) explains why the Equality Act 2010 was enacted to replace nine earlier pieces of legislation, and what changes it can bring about in British society. Intended for law and social science students as well as human rights activists, the book describes protected groups, prohibited conduct, work and equal pay provisions, law harmonization, and the commission responsible for enforcement |
Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Subject |
Great Britain. Equality Act 2010.
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Discrimination -- Law and legislation -- Great Britain.
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Equality before the law -- Great Britain.
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LC no. |
2011414658 |
ISBN |
1849461074 (paperback) |
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9781849461078 (paperback) |
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